The 421 was completely out of control and at full power about to hit and kill us head on.
Picture of the Day: Blue Angels sunrise
Jim Roberts submitted this photo and note: “A beautiful sunrise behind the Blue Angels at McGhee Airport (KTYS) in Tennessee. The team was in town for the Smoky Mountain Airshow, Sept. 10-11, 2022.”
Questions from the Cockpit: I reckon so
Phillip, working on his commercial ticket in Florida, writes: “Settle a bet for us here at the flight school: Why is dead reckoning called dead reckoning? Online, there seems to be a lot of difference of opinion about the origin of the term.”
For latest research on aerodynamics, scientists turn to paper airplanes
Paper airplanes, while simple to make, involve surprisingly complex aerodynamics, according to researchers. It’s all about finding the “sweet spot.”
New flight school opens at KRAW
The inspiration for Icarus Aviation sprung from Beesley’s own journey and the traveling he had to do to convert his dream to reality.
Atlantic Aviation lands at Love Field
Atlantic Aviation has expanded in the Lone Star State with the completion of its acquisition and initial renovations of Textar Aviation, an FBO at Dallas Love Field (KDAL) in Texas.
Mechanic’s improper maintenance leads to forced landing
The mechanic’s improper maintenance, which resulted in the crankshaft expansion plug dislodging in flight and a subsequent forced landing.
Picture of the Day: Welcome to Triple Tree!
Jim Roberts submitted this photo and note: “Looking right at home on a grass taxiway, this beautiful Cessna 180 arrives for the Triple Tree Aerodrome Fall Fly-In in Woodruff, S.C., which was held Sept 19-25, 2022.”
Should I buy this aircraft that has only 49 hours on it?
I’d suggest you approach buying any aircraft slowly, and ask lots of questions, such as total time, does it have a history of extended periods of activity, and review any and all maintenance records.